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A Meeting In The Dark

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o
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A Meeting In The Dark

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1974

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Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o

A Meeting In The Dark

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1974
Book Details
Pages

14

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1974

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

Reviews & Readership

3.7

49 ratings

57%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o's A Meeting in the Dark is praised for its exploration of cultural conflicts and identity crises, set against the backdrop of Kenyan society. Critics commend its rich, evocative prose and deep character development. However, some argue that the pacing is uneven and the plot can feel predictable. Overall, it is a poignant and thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read A Meeting In The Dark?

Readers who appreciate A Meeting in the Dark by Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o typically enjoy introspective narratives exploring cultural conflicts, identity, and colonial legacies. Fans of Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Half of a Yellow Sun may find this work compelling for its rich, layered storytelling and deep socio-political themes.

3.7

49 ratings

57%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

14

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1974

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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